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Posted by Michelle in Max, Splendid Things on 04 12th, 2010 | No Comments

PRACTICE hospitality...

Well, here’s a little known secret. I tend to freak out before I have guests over. I attempt to clean the house and remove clutter with a good ‘editing eye’ in the hours or day prior to someone coming over. It has been a source of anxiety for me in the past. And my husband Brent has thought I’ve been a bit of a crack up. I’m sure a lot of people are like me. However I think I’ve come to the conclusion that all the fussing and worrying isn’t so necessary. ...

Posted by Michelle in Max on 03 17th, 2010 | 2 Comments

Max...

We had to put down our dog Max last Saturday morning. I held his head in my hands as he fell asleep. His body was riddled with cancer, and he just didn’t want to eat anymore. He’s been in the family for 12 years. Brent bought him for me as a gift when we were dating. I can’t believe he is gone now! Have you ever had to put down a dog or pet? This is my first time. I was actually pretty ok with the whole thing. We discovered last Thursday about his condition. I didn’t cry. We set the appointment for Saturday morning to put him down. Again, I felt...